Groundskeeper I

Description:Groundskeeper IFacilities Management ServicesBuilding Services Admin & SupSalary: Competitive salary of $31,200 ($15 an hour) with great benefits!Downtown Atlanta Campus **Location subject to change**Schedule: 1st shift, Monday – Friday | 10:00am – 6:30pm **Shift subject to change**These are exciting times at the Building Services Department. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team.The Building Services Department is seeking (1) Groundskeeper I to join the already awesome team, taking the Building Services Department to the next level of excellence!WHAT MAKES The Building Services Department A GREAT PLACE?A flexible work environmentGenerous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.Professional development opportunity and mentorshipA rapidly growing center within an academic settingHERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DOThe ideal performs entry-level groundskeeping and landscape maintenance duties. The candidate learns the proper methods and procedures needed to complete the assigned tasks and becomes familiar with the Georgia State University (GSU) campus at this training level. In addition to supporting the department Groundskeeper I, assignments will generally fall into one of the following groupings, although overlapping of duties may occur as needed:Care for the campus grounds includes mowing lawns, watering flowers and shrubbery, trimming trees and bushes, etc.Walks the assigned campus area, collecting and removing trash from campus grounds.Plants trees, flowers, and bushes; rakes and bag leaves.Sprays lawns, shrubs, and trees with fertilizer, herbicides, and insecticides.Learn to operate the groundskeeping and maintenance equipment, such as lawnmowers, trimmers, and pressure washers for cleaning campus fountains, outdoor furniture, and other campus areas.Sharpens tools, such as weed cutters, edging tools, and shears.Assisted in plant setups in designated areas for special meetings and events.Assists in inclement weather duties as assigned when needed, such as clearing snow from sidewalks and other campus areas.Performs other related duties as assigned.Disclaimer:This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee\’s direct supervisor.Qualifications:Minimum Requirements:Valid GA driver\’s licensePreferred Hiring Qualifications:High School Diploma or GEDAbility to operate hand tools and equipment used in groundskeeping, such as lawnmowers, weed eaters, shears, trimmers, etc.Ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions.Ability to lift to 50 lbs. or more.Ability to operate a motor vehicle.College/Business Unit:Facilities Management ServicesDepartment:Facilities Management Services DivisionLocation:Atlanta CampusShift:Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.Salary :$31,200Pay Grade:5FLSA Status:Non-ExemptJob Type:Full Time (Benefits Eligible)Job Posting:01/24/25, 5:00:00 AMClosing Date:05/09/25, 3:59:00 AMSpecial Instructions:To be fully considered for this position, all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission:A complete and accurate GSU applicationResume (recommended)#LI-BD1Georgia State University Values: COMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, equity, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place. INTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources, EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents.USG Core Value Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.Equal Employment Opportunity: Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy),, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions., This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests.Further, Georgia State prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law,, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.Background Check: Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record.Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime: Georgia State University is committed to its students\’ and employees\’ safety and security.It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office.Please note, Georgia State University\’s career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr